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April 2013 Archives

In Bolivia news, the country's Constitutional Court has ruled that current President Evo Morales can seek an unprecedented third term in spite of the constitutional ban on third terms. continue reading »

A regular seat-holder at the Jodi Arias murder trial has been reprimanded by the court for selling her seat. Each day, the Arizona murder trial is open to the public, but seats are provided on a f continue reading »

A Texas family was surprised to find a naked woman roaming around their home last week after getting into the home in an unusual way. According to police in Weatherford, TX, Sara Elizabeth Soto, 25, continue reading »

Peru Naval officials have rescued five out of seven hot air balloon crash survivors in the Pacific Ocean. The pilot, who reportedly can not swim, and another passenger remain missing.
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In the Senate, the bipartisan “Gang of 8” - group of Senators leading immigration legislation - has negotiated a delicate compromise that is a first step to meet our country’s economic, family, and security needs. The Senate Judiciary committee has also held more than 6 days of extensive hearings and heard testimony from over 40 witnesses. continue reading »

Over the weekend, Ronnie Ortiz-Magro was hospitalized in Florida after experiencing immense pain. A rep for the Jersey Shore star said Ortiz-Magro was admitted to an Orlando hospital where it was discovered he has kidney stones. continue reading »

Numerous Cuban-American legislators, including Senator Marco Rubio of Florida, want Cuba kept on the U.S. terror list in spite of the island nation not having contributed to recent acts of terrorism.
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Taking a page book out of the Mayan's Guatemala has launched a time capsule that will not be opened until 52 years from now. The marble time capsule will contain messages from leading thinkers in Guatemala to describe society today. continue reading »

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Tommy Torres on the weekend here kicked off his "12 historias" tour, which will take him to several countries in Latin America along with the United States and Spain. continue reading »